The introduction of new and extended roles is one approach to achieving WTD 2009 compliance, which can be used on its own or in tandem with other solutions. The specialties covered by this series of resources have been chosen as they are seen as being particularly challenging areas within which to achieve WTD 2009 compliance nationally.

“This series of documents serves as a 'must have' for those involved in developing solutions for achieving WTD compliance in trusts and at SHA level. In particular, the role impact assessment tool offers a unique and flexible opportunity to identify the potential contribution of new and extended roles to achieving compliance.”

Stephen Welfare
Chair, WTD Steering Group and
Director of Workforce, NHS East of England